1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1966 Tatra T603
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1966 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1966 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Tatra T603 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1966 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tatra |
| Model | SZ | T603 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
